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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1991 · 1,597 cc

J889 RTAMOT history

J889 RTA is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,105 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

J889 RTA silver Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
158,105 km
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,138 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J889 RTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J889 RTA was last recorded at 158,105 km on 17 Apr 2026, 4,395 km more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
153,710 km · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,395 km
Average per year
3,138 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,105 km
  • 2025 – 153,710 km
  • 2024 – 143,280 km
  • 2023 – 133,749 km
  • 2022 – 126,555 km
  • 2021 – 126,451 km
  • 2019 – 125,635 km
  • 2018 – 125,491 km
  • 2016 – 123,556 km
  • 2015 – 122,754 km
  • 2014 – 121,155 km
  • 2011 – 112,713 km
  • 2007 – 102,122 km
  • 2006 – 97,031 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,105 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,105 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    158,105 km
    Test number
    452598680445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail158,104 km (+4,394)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,104 km
    Test number
    626672761137
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass153,710 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    153,710 km
    Test number
    427046302815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail153,710 km (+10,430)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,710 km
    Test number
    352264893127
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  5. Pass143,280 km (+9,531)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    143,280 km
    Test number
    436107570816
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass133,749 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,749 km
    Test number
    319275138593
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail133,749 km (+7,194)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,749 km
    Test number
    823905238642
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass126,555 km (+104)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,555 km
    Test number
    413275192570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,451 km
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    126,451 km
    Test number
    816615865095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    126,093 miles
    Test number
    608572765127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,635 km (+144)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    125,635 km
    Test number
    468856055665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,491 km
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,491 km
    Test number
    266514436764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,826 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    124,826 miles
    Test number
    726396851807
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres close to limit

  14. Pass123,556 km (+802)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    123,556 km
    Test number
    562128957717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass122,754 km (+1,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    122,754 km
    Test number
    155654585468
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass121,155 km
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    121,155 km
    Test number
    127605394478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    117,074 miles
    Test number
    227415733402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail117,074 miles (+3,416)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,074 miles
    Test number
    885720533117
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass113,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,658 miles
    Test number
    876571982122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail113,658 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,658 miles
    Test number
    387090682117
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass112,713 km
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    112,713 km
    Test number
    328497601369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass111,097 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    111,097 miles
    Test number
    621695790203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass109,308 miles (+3,328)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    109,308 miles
    Test number
    104351809346
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteVarious ball joint dust covers split

  24. Pass105,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    105,980 miles
    Test number
    412903208331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass102,122 km (+5,091)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    102,122 km
    Test number
    192855797267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass97,031 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    97,031 km
    Test number
    562373706319
    • NoteTwo of the digits on the rear number plate are smaller than the others but number can still be read

Questions about J889 RTA

Does J889 RTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J889 RTA is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J889 RTA?
The MOT on J889 RTA is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J889 RTA done?
J889 RTA was recorded at 158,105 km at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,138 km a year.
Has J889 RTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J889 RTA has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on J889 RTA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J889 RTA find?
J889 RTA passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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